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Permanent Residency and Family Legacy in the United States

EB-5 United States

The United States' EB-5 program is the most direct and established legal route for high-net-worth investors and their families to obtain permanent residency ( Green Card ). Unlike temporary or trade visas, the EB-5 scheme allows for a permanent transition to the American way of life by injecting capital into projects that boost the economy and create jobs.

Under a rigorous regulatory framework, this option stands out for offering absolute freedom of residence, education and work in any state of the Union, consolidating itself as the global mobility solution par excellence.

  • Minimum Investment: From $800,000 USD.
  • Processing Time: 24 to 36 months approx.
  • Minimum Stay: Requires maintaining the intention to reside in the U.S.
  • Family Benefit: Extendable to spouse and unmarried children under 21 years of age.
  • Grants initial conditional Green Card, convertible to definitive Permanent Residence.

Eligible Investment Pathways

Eligibility Criteria and Requirements

  • Demonstrate in a comprehensive and unequivocal manner the lawful origin and legal traceability of the capital to be invested.
  • The chosen project must generate a minimum of 10 full-time jobs for qualified American workers.
  • Dependent children included in the file must be single and under 21 years of age at the time of application.
  • Strict absence of prior criminal record or immigration violations in the United States.

FAQ

What is a "Regional Center" in the EB-5 program?
These are public or private economic entities designated and regulated directly by USCIS. Their function is to manage investor funds for large-scale real estate or infrastructure projects, indirectly and inductively facilitating job creation.
Does the EB-5 visa affect my worldwide tax obligations?
Yes. Upon obtaining a Green Card, the investor automatically becomes a U.S. tax resident, which entails the obligation to report and pay taxes on their worldwide income. It is essential to conduct international tax planning with our team before obtaining residency.
What happens if the project does not generate the 10 required jobs?
Job creation is a prerequisite for removing the Green Card conditionality after two years. Therefore, at AIM Global, we conduct a rigorous due diligence process, selecting only Regional Center projects with a strong track record of compliance and significant job creation potential.
Can I live in a different state than where the investment is being made?
Absolutely. If you choose the Regional Centers route, your investment is passive, giving you complete freedom to live, study, retire, or establish businesses in any city or state in the United States, regardless of where the project is physically located.
What differentiates the EB-5 program from an E-2 investor visa?
The main difference lies in the final legal status. The E-2 visa is a non-immigrant (temporary) visa that requires the active management of a business and does not lead directly to permanent residency. In contrast, the EB-5 program directly grants a Green Card (permanent residency) to both the investor and their family, allowing complete freedom of residence and employment without the obligation to operationally manage a business.
How long should the investment in the project be maintained?
Under USCIS regulations, the capital must remain "at risk" (invested and operating in the project) throughout the conditional residency period, which is typically two to three years from the initial Green Card issuance. Once the removal of conditions is approved (Form I-829) and permanent residency is obtained, the Regional Center initiates the process of withdrawing and returning the capital according to the specific terms of each project.
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